Jagannath Mandir
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Deity: Krishna Place: Sambalpur Odisha
Jagannath Mandir. Dedicated to Krishna. Located in Sambalpur.
- Primary Deity
- Krishna
- Built
- 1786
- Address
- Sambalpur, Odisha, 768002, India
History
Jagannath Mandir, Badahra Mahant is an 18th-century temple established in 1786 dedicated to Lord Jagannath (Shri Krishna). It is described as the centre of faith for the surrounding region of eastern Uttar Pradesh. The temple stands in the village of Badahra Mahant on the right bank of the Narayani canal, about 12 km from Shikarpur on the Gorakhpur–Maharajganj Road. The site is recorded in mapping databases (Wikidata and OpenStreetMap).
Spiritual Significance
Described in sources as the central place of faith for the surrounding region of eastern Uttar Pradesh, serving as the local focal point for devotion to Lord Jagannath (Shri Krishna).
How to Reach
- Located on the Gorakhpur–Maharajganj Road; the temple is in the village of Badahra Mahant on the right bank of the Narayani canal, about 12 km from Shikarpur.
- Nearest City: Shikarpur (12 km)